Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel
Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel scores 4/5 on Moesonson's label-based analysis. Its strongest factor is animal-protein content (strong — 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources); its weakest is protein clarity (high — 67% of the recipe's protein panel is clearly named).
Rating
Updated Jun 2026
How this score is made
This score isn’t a hand-wavy impression: it reads what the label actually prints — the ingredient list, guaranteed analysis and AAFCO adequacy statement — and runs it through the same algorithmic rubric as every other product. No brand pays for placement, and there are no affiliate links on reviewed products.
Is Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel wet cat food good?
Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel is a wet cat food rated 4 stars, with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. The recipe lists most animal ingredients by name and features real muscle meat as a primary protein source. This recipe is free from Gluten grains, Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Poultry, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Grains (gluten-free), Fish.
Allergy Highlights
Contains:
Free From:
Pros
- Includes a fair number of clearly named animal ingredients.
- Uses mainly organic mineral sources, which are typically better absorbed.
Cons
- Some non-animal ingredients are not clearly identified, which reduces formula transparency.
Nutrition Breakdown
| Protein | 77% |
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| Fat | 18% |
| Fiber | 6% |
| Ash | 41% |
Moisture (83%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
| Protein | 13% |
|---|---|
| Fat | 3% |
| Fiber | 1% |
| Moisture | 83% |
| Ash | 7% |
Ash value not listed on label; 7% used as a standard estimate.
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is Super High (77% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. Cats generally need more protein than dogs, but diagnosed kidney disease or other medical needs should still be managed with your vet.
- Fat is High (18% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. It can raise calorie density, so watch body condition and seek vet input for cats with pancreatitis or digestive disease.
Ingredients Analysis
11 of 11 matched
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1 Tuna
Animal ProteinDescription
A saltwater fish high in protein, omega 3 fats, and B vitamins. Most tuna contains a high level of mercury, which is linked to many health issues.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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2 Mackerel
Animal ProteinDescription
Greenish-blue back silverfish, high in protein, vitamin B12, and selenium. It is also an excellent source of omega 3s, similar to salmon.
Why Prefer?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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3 Modified Starch
CarbsDescription
Chemically or physically modified starch used as a thickener or binder.
Why Concerned?
A processed carbohydrate of unnamed origin.
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4 Fish Soluble Extract
Animal ProteinDescription
A concentrated extract from fish providing flavour and nutrients.
Why Concerned?
A high-quality animal protein with high digestibility and biological value.
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5 Palatant
Food AdditiveDescription
A substance added to make food more appealing to pets.
Why Concerned?
Palatants are used to enhance food appeal but the source is often undisclosed.
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6 Vitamins
SupplementDescription
A mixture of vitamins supplements to ensure the complete nutrition profile of pet food.
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7 Minerals
SupplementDescription
A general term for mineral supplementation, specific sources not identified.
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8 Taurine
SupplementDescription
An essential amino acid (building blocks of protein) to maintain a healthy brain and heart functions.
Why Prefer?
A safe supplement to improve the completeness of essential amino acids profile (the building block of protein).
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9 Zinc Amino Acid Complex
SupplementDescription
An organic form of zinc, which is vital in skin function and wound healing, cell replication, the structure and function of biological membranes. Compare to inorganic form, it has 5 - 15% more absorption rate to the body.
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10 Fructo-oligosaccharide
PrebioticsDescription
Known as FOS, a type of fiber derived from chicory roots, beets, or cane. It is added as prebiotics for good bacteria growth in the colon, which aids digestion.
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11 Vitamin E
SupplementDescription
Supplement for vitamin E, which is an important antioxidant that protects oxidative damages on cellular membranes by free radicals. A deficiency will result in symptoms like anorexia, depression, and dermatitis.
Tips
- Some protein sources are less clear: Fish Soluble Extract appear near the top without a clearly defined animal source.
- Ingredients worth checking: Modified Starch, Fish Soluble Extract, Palatant.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
Moderate- Named 67%
- Unnamed 33%
Mixed clarity: 67% of Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel's animal-protein ingredients are clearly named, but 33% use vague terms such as "meat meal" and 0% are by-products. Where names are vague, you cannot verify the source or check for allergens.
Contributing ingredients
Named
Unnamed
Animal Protein
High- Animal 100%
Meat-forward: 100% of the weighted protein in Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel comes from animal sources. Plant signals are modest (0% whole plants, 0% plant concentrates), so the protein profile leans on real meat.
Contributing ingredients
Animal
Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel wet cat food Review
Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel is a strong choice — rated 4 stars with high ingredient transparency and strong animal protein content. A confident pick when the ingredient panel matches your pet's needs.
Best for
- Owners who want clearly named protein sources
- Pets that thrive on muscle-meat protein
- Owners prioritizing bioavailable minerals
Key takeaways
- Named animal proteins make up 67% of the recipe's protein panel — a clear sourcing win.
- Contains common allergens: Grains (gluten-free), Fish.
- On a dry-matter basis: 77% protein, 18% fat, 0% estimated carbohydrates.
- 100% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources.
- Free from Gluten grains, Dairy, Egg, Legumes, Nuts, Poultry, Red meat, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.
Frequently asked questions
Is Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel good for cats?
Yes — Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel earns 4 out of 5 stars on Moesonson’s label-based analysis, combining high ingredient transparency with strong animal protein content. The score is computed from the printed ingredient list and guaranteed analysis rather than marketing claims — a confident pick when the label matches your cat’s needs.
Does Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel contain Dairy?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel does not include Dairy or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel contain Egg?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel does not include Egg or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel contain Legumes?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel does not include Legumes or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Legumes can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel contain Nuts?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel does not include Nuts or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Is Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel grain-free?
No — Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel is not grain-free: the printed ingredient list includes Grains (gluten-free). That mainly matters for pets with a diagnosed grain sensitivity or allergy; most cats tolerate grains well as an energy source. If your cat must avoid grains, choose a recipe without these ingredients.
What are the main protein sources in Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel?
The main animal proteins in Cat Dog King Tuna & Mackerel are Tuna, Mackerel. Each is named by species on the printed ingredient list — a protein-clarity strength in Moesonson’s scoring, because named sources let you verify what your cat is eating and avoid specific proteins when managing food allergies.
